How to catch Rockruff in Pokemon Go

Since its debut in Sun and Moon, many players have wondered how to catch Rockruff in Pokemon Go.

The adorable Rock-type Pokemon first arrived in Pokemon Go back in March 2022 alongside several other Gen 6 Pokemon. As with all creatures, all players want to know the most effective ways to fill the ever-expanding Pokedex and our guide on how to catch Rockruff has all the intel.

Before we take a closer look at how to get Rockruff in Pokemon Go, check out our other guides on how to catch Marshadow and a list of all the Ultra Beasts available to battle.

How to get Rockruff in Pokemon Go

There's only one way of catching Rockruff in Pokemon Go and it doesn't involve using any Pokeballs. To add Rockruff to your Pokedex, hatch 10km eggs or defeat it during a 1-Star raid.

Rockruff isn't available in raids in March 2024 so the only method of unlocking the Pokemon is by hatching the 10km eggs. Rockruff has three different forms - Midday, Midnight, and Dusk - so you'll need to hatch plenty of eggs if you're looking to catch 'em all.

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Is Rockruff shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, Rockruff can be shiny in Pokemon Go. Considering its limited availability, getting hold of a shiny Rockruff can be a tricky task. It's also worth noting you'll need to be careful when deciding if you choose to evolve it in order to get your favourite form of Lycanroc.

There you have it, that is everything there is to know about how to get Rockruff in Pokemon Go. For even more, take a look at our other Pokemon Go guides showcasing how to catch Charcadet and how to get Captain Pikachu Timed Research tasks that feature some useful rewards.